Charter Schools Rethink Buses | Philadelphia News

Philadelphia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 18, 2026 · 2m

Pennsylvania school districts are ditching yellow buses for public transit passes to charter school students — a bold move sparked by a Supreme Court ruling that lets districts offer alternative, free transportation. While it slashes costs and taps into state reimbursements, it’s sparking backlash from parents worried about safety and longer commutes. Charter advocates argue this undermines equity, especially in rural areas, and could deter families from enrolling. Lawmakers, including Republicans, are pushing back with bills demanding equal transport standards — exposing deeper flaws in…